Isle of Wight charity UKSA welcomed The Princess Royal to a special founders’ club dinner event recently – sharing some of its success stories with its patron.
The event, held at Trinity House in London, was attended by Princess Anne, who has been a patron of the charity since 1992, and will soon visit the Island twice in one week.
Supporters got to hear from the world’s largest RYA centre and UK maritime charity about its current impact and future plans.
Founders’ club members pledge an annual commitment to UKSA, providing vital funds to remove barriers to outdoor learning and maritime training.
In turn, members get the opportunity to attend events, meet UKSA ambassadors, patrons and beneficiaries, and get involved with water-based activities at UKSA, including during Cowes Week.
Dinner attendees were joined by Adame Ahmed, one of UKSA’s students who initially participated in the funded Sea Change Foundation Programme, and has gone on to take part in a two-year Adventurous Outdoor Activities: NCFE Level 3 Diploma course.
Adame is currently working over the summer with its watersports team before studying to become a superyacht captain.
UKSA chief executive, Ben Willows said: "It was wonderful to welcome The Princess Royal to this special event."
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